6 Local Businesses jobs in Plainwell

Local Business Development Executive - Entry Level Sales at XPO summary:

The Local Business Development Executive at XPO is responsible for identifying and acquiring new customers through cold calling and relationship development in local and regional markets. This entry-level sales role supports customer needs and collaborates with sales support and regional teams to ensure customer satisfaction and account growth. Successful candidates typically have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, strong communication skills, and may progress to a Local Account Executive position.

What you’ll need to succeed as a Local Business Development Executive at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or military experience
• Competitive nature with a hunter mentality and a strong desire to succeed
• Able to be productive in a variety of work environments with solid time management and organizational skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Available and flexible to work evenings and some weekends, as needed

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of professional sales experience  
• 2 years of experience in transportation or in Less Than Truckload (LTL)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)
• Experience working with enterprise Customer Relationship Management (CRM) too
• Successful Local Business Development Executives are expected to progress to a Local Account Executive role, which requires a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

About the Local Business Development Executive job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package 
• Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Identify new customers in your local and regional markets and bring them the XPO value proposition, including heavy cold calling
• Grow your account base and work with your regional team to ensure warm handoffs to field sellers as your customers develop
• Support customers' needs in the overall regional territory that you are part of
• Work with sales support staff to ensure effective administrative support and customer satisfaction
• Develop relationships vertically and horizontally within customer organizations
• Align with and become part of your local service center, ensuring local service centers are aligned to your customer acquisition and growth strategy as you prospect new business in the local area #PIQ

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. 

Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.

PandoLogic. Category:Marketing & Biz Dev, Keywords:Business Development Specialist, Location:Caledonia, MI-49316

Keywords:

local business development, sales, customer acquisition, cold calling, account growth, transportation sales, CRM, time management, communication skills, Less Than Truckload

Local Business Development Executive - Entry Level Sales at XPO summary:

The Local Business Development Executive at XPO identifies and acquires new customers in local and regional markets, focusing on cold calling and relationship building. This entry-level sales role involves collaborating with regional teams to grow accounts and support customer needs while managing administrative tasks. The position requires strong communication, time management skills, and a competitive, hunter mentality, with a potential career path toward a Local Account Executive role.

What you’ll need to succeed as a Local Business Development Executive at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or military experience
• Competitive nature with a hunter mentality and a strong desire to succeed
• Able to be productive in a variety of work environments with solid time management and organizational skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Available and flexible to work evenings and some weekends, as needed

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of professional sales experience  
• 2 years of experience in transportation or in Less Than Truckload (LTL)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)
• Experience working with enterprise Customer Relationship Management (CRM) too
• Successful Local Business Development Executives are expected to progress to a Local Account Executive role, which requires a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

About the Local Business Development Executive job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package 
• Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Identify new customers in your local and regional markets and bring them the XPO value proposition, including heavy cold calling
• Grow your account base and work with your regional team to ensure warm handoffs to field sellers as your customers develop
• Support customers' needs in the overall regional territory that you are part of
• Work with sales support staff to ensure effective administrative support and customer satisfaction
• Develop relationships vertically and horizontally within customer organizations
• Align with and become part of your local service center, ensuring local service centers are aligned to your customer acquisition and growth strategy as you prospect new business in the local area #PIQ

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. 

Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.

PandoLogic. Category:Marketing & Biz Dev, Keywords:Business Development Specialist, Location:Middleville, MI-49333

Keywords:

business development, local sales, customer acquisition, cold calling, account growth, CRM, transportation sales, LTL, time management, communication skills

Local Business Development Executive - Entry Level Sales at XPO summary:

The Local Business Development Executive at XPO is responsible for identifying and acquiring new customers through proactive sales efforts such as cold calling and relationship building. This entry-level sales role requires strong communication skills, time management, and the ability to work in variable environments, with a focus on transportation and logistics services. The position offers growth opportunities to advance into customer account management roles while supporting regional sales teams and ensuring customer satisfaction.

What you’ll need to succeed as a Local Business Development Executive at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or military experience
• Competitive nature with a hunter mentality and a strong desire to succeed
• Able to be productive in a variety of work environments with solid time management and organizational skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Available and flexible to work evenings and some weekends, as needed

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of professional sales experience  
• 2 years of experience in transportation or in Less Than Truckload (LTL)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)
• Experience working with enterprise Customer Relationship Management (CRM) too
• Successful Local Business Development Executives are expected to progress to a Local Account Executive role, which requires a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

About the Local Business Development Executive job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package 
• Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Identify new customers in your local and regional markets and bring them the XPO value proposition, including heavy cold calling
• Grow your account base and work with your regional team to ensure warm handoffs to field sellers as your customers develop
• Support customers' needs in the overall regional territory that you are part of
• Work with sales support staff to ensure effective administrative support and customer satisfaction
• Develop relationships vertically and horizontally within customer organizations
• Align with and become part of your local service center, ensuring local service centers are aligned to your customer acquisition and growth strategy as you prospect new business in the local area #PIQ

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. 

Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.

PandoLogic. Category:Marketing & Biz Dev, Keywords:Business Development Specialist, Location:Wayland, MI-49348

Keywords:

business development, sales, local sales, cold calling, customer acquisition, transportation sales, logistics, CRM, time management, account growth

Local Business Development Executive - Entry Level Sales at XPO summary:

The Local Business Development Executive identifies and acquires new customers within local and regional markets, leveraging cold calling and customer relationship management. They collaborate with regional teams to grow accounts and ensure smooth handoffs to field sales, while supporting customer needs and maintaining strong communication. This entry-level sales role requires organizational skills, a competitive mindset, and the ability to work flexible hours in the transportation industry.

What you’ll need to succeed as a Local Business Development Executive at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or military experience
• Competitive nature with a hunter mentality and a strong desire to succeed
• Able to be productive in a variety of work environments with solid time management and organizational skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Available and flexible to work evenings and some weekends, as needed

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of professional sales experience  
• 2 years of experience in transportation or in Less Than Truckload (LTL)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)
• Experience working with enterprise Customer Relationship Management (CRM) too
• Successful Local Business Development Executives are expected to progress to a Local Account Executive role, which requires a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

About the Local Business Development Executive job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package 
• Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Identify new customers in your local and regional markets and bring them the XPO value proposition, including heavy cold calling
• Grow your account base and work with your regional team to ensure warm handoffs to field sellers as your customers develop
• Support customers' needs in the overall regional territory that you are part of
• Work with sales support staff to ensure effective administrative support and customer satisfaction
• Develop relationships vertically and horizontally within customer organizations
• Align with and become part of your local service center, ensuring local service centers are aligned to your customer acquisition and growth strategy as you prospect new business in the local area #PIQ

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. 

Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.

PandoLogic. Category:Marketing & Biz Dev, Keywords:Business Development Specialist, Location:Dorr, MI-49323

Keywords:

local business development, sales executive, cold calling, customer acquisition, transportation sales, CRM, account growth, time management, communication skills, Less Than Truckload (LTL)

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, **_"I can't live without them."_**
Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash's **People First** culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!
**Location:**
850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315
**Job Description:**
**Position Summary:**
This role will partner with cross-functional teams to help drive various aspects of our strategic priorities and initiatives. In addition, you will play an integral role in planning and integrating corporate strategies to support growth objectives while strengthening the business core to develop and maintain a competitive advantage.
**Here's what you'll do:**
+ Champion organic strategy initiatives to drive growth and profitability
+ Drive M&A assessments to identify strategic fit and lead financial modeling on identified targets
+ Support strategic planning across the organization with aligned agenda and created content to support Executive team and Board of Director's sessions
+ Lead cross-functional M&A integration teams to onboard new companies (people, process, and technology) into the SpartanNash family
+ Business intelligence projects to research, analyze and summarize macro trends, industry dynamics, retail and warehouse innovation and competitive dynamics
+ Present project findings to the executive team
**Here's what you'll need:**
+ Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills
+ Intellectual curiosity and comfortable dealing with ambiguity
+ Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
+ Self-starter with ownership mentality
+ Ability to collaborate across teams
+ Proficient in MS Office tools (Excel and PowerPoint most important)
**Physical Requirements:**
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.
As part of our **People First** culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package ( .
SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.
We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.
**SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a** **People First** **culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments - food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates nearly 200 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin's Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers with convenience stores. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit** **spartannash.com** **.**
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require assistance or an accommodation of any kind to complete an application, please contact us at